Kia Cee'd: Tail Gate / Tail Gate Lift Repair procedures
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Take care to not let the tailgate fall on you as the lifts are
removed. Have a helper hold the tailgate open, or use a secure
method to hold it open.
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Using a screwdriver (A), lift up slightly the socket clips (B) of both
ends on the lifter (D), and then remove the lifter from the bracket
(C).

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Push the socket of the lifter into the bracket for installation.
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Make sure the tail gate locks and opens properly and
locks securely.
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Replacement
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When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective
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Replacement
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Remove the tail gate weatherstrip (A).
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Other information:
Kia Cee'd JD Owners Manual: If you do decide to pull a trailer
Here are some important points if you decide to pull a trailer:
Consider using a sway control.You can ask a hitch dealer about sway
control.
Do not do any towing with your car during its first 2,000 km (1,200
miles) in order to allow the engine to properly break in. Failure
to heed th ...
: Stopping the Engine
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Stationary
Vehicles Without Push Button Start
Shift into park (P).
Apply the parking brake.
Wait until the engine reaches idle
speed.
Turn the key to position 0.
Vehicles With Push Button Start
Shift into park (P).
Apply the parking brake.
Wait un ...